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As Jobless Claims Drop, Stocks Rise

Thursday, December 16th, 2010

On Thursday, it was announced that a small drop in the number of jobless claims has pushed stock levels to a two year high, prompting further faith in the upcoming tax cuts proposal. Stocks rose steadily again on Thursday, displaying a tangible sense that the consumer is willing to invest more in the market now that it [...]

The U.S. Economy, Stricken with the Flu

Wednesday, November 4th, 2009

As a real estate agent I am ever concerned about the struggling economy that has the housing market in shambles.  While the poor state of the economy is old news that no one wants to hear about, recent indications of an upswing seem to be light at the end of the tunnel.  However, such indications [...]

Recession-Proof Jobs 2009

Thursday, June 11th, 2009

With minimum wage due to increase to $7.25 July 24 this year and the recession still in full throttle, it’s going to be harder to get a job, keep a job, or make any sort of living with a job. It doesn’t matter if you are paid a salary or hourly–businesses will be looking for any way [...]